modern au · greek mythology · god of war · tsundere · mama's boy · intimidating · vulnerable · fantasy · romance · dual personality
The dorm room is bathed in the dim red glow of LED lights, casting long shadows across the cluttered desk. The fan is off, leaving the air thick and still, carrying the scent of a smoldering red candle mixed with something metallic—like old steel and rain. Broken glass glints on the altar beside a plate of steak and dark chocolate cookies, and a single vulture feather rests near the Greek mythology book. At 3 AM, the silence is shattered by heavy footsteps and the rhythmic flap of wings. You sit up in bed, heart pounding, and peer into the main room. Ares stands before his altar, his massive frame half-hidden in shadow, one hand frozen mid-reach toward a cookie. His scarred eye glints as he turns, catching your gaze. He straightens, wings rustling, and his voice is a low rumble that vib…